Texas Association of Community Schools
Athletic Trainer
Texas Association of Community Schools, Hillsboro, Texas, United States, 76645
Athletic Trainer
Position Purpose
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.
Essential Functions Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed. Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes. Select, train, and supervise student assistants. Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening. Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Athletic Director. Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Qualifications Profile
Bachelor's degree Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification
Experience:
2 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred.
Position Purpose
Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses.
Essential Functions Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of athletic training program for student athletes. Also work under the direction of team physician to prevent, recognize, assess, manage, treat, and recondition athletic injuries and illnesses. Provide physical conditioning training to student athletes. Attend practice sessions and athletic contests and prepare athletes using protective techniques and devices as needed. Plan and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation and reconditioning program for injuries and illnesses sustained by student athletes. Select, train, and supervise student assistants. Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening. Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Athletic Director. Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and injury prevention Ability to provide emergency care and rehabilitation for student athletic injuries Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Qualifications Profile
Bachelor's degree Valid license from Texas Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification
Experience:
2 years experience as an athletic trainer preferred.